Salary: £8ph for year 1, increasing to national minimum wage in year 2.
Contract: Permanent
Must Have: Willingness to learn
As an established, family-run automotive retailer in the UK, Steven Eagell Group specialises in the sale of new and used vehicles, alongside comprehensive aftersales services. We take pride in offering a wide range of exciting career opportunities across sales, customer service, technical, administrative and management roles from entry-level positions through to senior leadership.
As a family-run business, we value teamwork, integrity and long-term career development, creating an environment where individuals can grow and thrive. Whether you have a passion for sales and delivering exceptional customer experiences, strong organisational and financial skills, or technical expertise in automotive diagnostics and repair, there is a place for you within our team.
Your Responsibilities as a Parts Advisor:
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Parts Retailer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop a career in parts retail, working in a fast-paced environment and gaining valuable industry experience.
As an Apprentice Parts Retailer, you will play a key role in ensuring customers receive the parts they need, when they need them. You’ll work with internal systems, engage with customers, and support the overall parts sale’s function.
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Use the company’s computer systems to log stock movements and generate orders
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Support the efficient coordination and sale of parts
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Liaise with colleagues across the business to ensure smooth operations
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Handle enquiries from both trade and retail customers
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Develop product knowledge and sales skills to help improve performance
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Maintain accurate records and assist with stock control
About You
To be successful in this role, you will:
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Hold GCSE Grade 4 (or equivalent) in both English and Mathematics
(A Grade 3 in one subject may be considered depending on other qualifications and experience) -
Have a genuine interest in developing a career in parts retail
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Be eager to learn and develop new skills
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Demonstrate a strong work ethic and a positive attitude
What we are looking for in an Apprentice Parts Advisor:
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Computer literate
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Well organised with good attention to detail
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Confident communicating with a wide range of customers
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Outgoing and approachable
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Logical and able to think clearly under pressure
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A good listener who can follow instructions
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Willing to learn and study alongside working
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A strong team player
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Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment
Training & Development
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You will work towards a Level 2 Retailer Standard qualification upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
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Full support, mentoring, and monitoring will be provided on the job
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You will benefit from structured training, including residential learning blocks and regular 1:1 sessions
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Gain hands-on experience working alongside highly skilled professionals
Please note:
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Off-the-job training includes 3 residential blocks and fortnightly 1:1 sessions
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All travel and accommodation costs are fully covered by the employer
What we offer you:
- 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays and your Birthday Off
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Long Service Awards / Colleague Recognition
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Enhanced Maternity / Paternity at qualifying service length
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Car Benefit Scheme after successful completion of a probation period
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Sales Incentives
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Comprehensive training provided
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Company pension scheme
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Death in Service
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Access to high street discounts through Perk Box
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In-house, manufacturer & professional qualifications
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Staff referral scheme
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Access to medical cover through Simply Health
